The Impact of Boko Haram Insurgency on the People of Borno State
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Walden University ScholarWorks Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies Collection 2020 The Impact of Boko Haram Insurgency on the People of Borno State CHRIS KAISER GRANVILLE Walden University Follow this and additional works at: https://scholarworks.waldenu.edu/dissertations Part of the Public Policy Commons This Dissertation is brought to you for free and open access by the Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies Collection at ScholarWorks. It has been accepted for inclusion in Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies by an authorized administrator of ScholarWorks. For more information, please contact [email protected]. Walden University College of Social and Behavioral Sciences This is to certify that the doctoral dissertation by Chris Kaiser Granville has been found to be complete and satisfactory in all respects, and that any and all revisions required by the review committee have been made. Review Committee Dr. Morris Bidjerano, Committee Chairperson, Public Policy and Administration Faculty Dr. Raj Singh, Committee Member, Public Policy and Administration Faculty Dr. George Kieh, University Reviewer, Public Policy and Administration Faculty Chief Academic Officer and Provost Sue Subocz, Ph.D. Walden University 2020 Abstract The Impact of Boko Haram Insurgency on the People of Borno State by Chris Kaiser Granville MA, Norwich University 2006 BS, University of La Verne, 1985 Dissertation Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy Public Policy and Administration Walden University June 2020 Abstract Although researchers have examined the causes and impacts of terrorism in Nigeria, there is no known research on the impact of Boko Haram’s insurgency on the people of Borno State based on their lived experiences. The purpose of this qualitative study was to examine the social, political, and economic consequences of the Boko Haram insurgency on the people of Borno State. The study’s theoretical framework was based on the relative deprivation theory; the theory was used to diagnose the problem of the Boko Haram insurgency and articulate possible alternative solutions. The central research question concerned the adverse effects of the Boko Haram insurgency on the people of Borno State. Data for this study were primarily collected through face-to-face interviews with a purposeful sample of 10 participants who were exposed to the Boko Haram insurgency in Nigeria. A focus group discussion and document review were also conducted. Content analysis of collected data yielded 3 themes: (a) collapse of Borno State’s social, economic, and political structures and processes; (b) undesirable/negative implications of insurgency on Borno State’s corporate well-being; and (c) adapting to reality: coping with available relief services and programs. Implications for positive social change include giving voice to voiceless Nigerians and providing the Nigerian populace, multilateral and bilateral organizations, and the Nigerian government with information necessary to understand the effects of terrorism on the people of Borno State and promote resilience in the people who have experienced terrorism. The Impact of Boko Haram Insurgency on the People of Borno State by Chris Kaiser Granville MA, Norwich University, 2006 BS, University of La Verne, 1985 Dissertation Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy Public Policy and Administration Walden University June 2020 Dedication I dedicate this dissertation to Almighty God for the strength and courage I needed to make progress. I also dedicate this dissertation to my lovely mother whose prayers and love had been enormous in my life. Acknowledgments I have come along several people who encouraged me throughout the dissertation process. I thank my chair; Dr. Morris Bidjerano who has mentored me throughout the journey. My Second Committee Member; Dr. Raj Singh who have been a solid support all the way, and my URR, Dr. George Kieh whose comments have served as directions for progress. I thank my family and friends for the prayers and support throughout my doctoral journey. Table of Contents List of Tables .......................................................................................................................v List of Figures .................................................................................................................... vi Chapter 1: Introduction to the Study ....................................................................................1 Introduction ....................................................................................................................1 Background ....................................................................................................................4 Problem Statement .........................................................................................................8 Purpose of the Study ......................................................................................................9 Research Questions ......................................................................................................10 Theoretical Framework ................................................................................................10 Nature of the Study ......................................................................................................13 Definitions....................................................................................................................14 Assumptions .................................................................................................................17 Scope and Delimitations ..............................................................................................18 Limitations ...................................................................................................................18 Significance..................................................................................................................20 Implications for Social Change ............................................................................. 21 Summary ......................................................................................................................23 Chapter 2: Literature Review .............................................................................................25 Introduction ..................................................................................................................25 Literature Search Strategy............................................................................................26 Theoretical Foundation ................................................................................................27 i Literature Review Related to Key Variables and/or Concepts ....................................38 Terrorism............................................................................................................... 38 Insecurity and Terrorism in Nigeria: A Historical Perspective ............................ 40 Causes and Effects of Terrorism in Nigeria .......................................................... 43 The Boko Haram Story: Origin Ideology and Operations .................................... 46 Summary and Conclusions ..........................................................................................53 Chapter 3: Research Method ..............................................................................................55 Introduction ..................................................................................................................55 Research Design and Rationale ...................................................................................56 Role of the Researcher .................................................................................................59 Methodology ................................................................................................................63 Participant Selection Logic ................................................................................... 63 Instrumentation ..................................................................................................... 67 Procedures for Data Collection, Recruitment, and Participation .......................... 68 Data Analysis Plan ................................................................................................ 72 Issues of Trustworthiness .............................................................................................74 Ethical Procedures ................................................................................................ 75 Summary ......................................................................................................................76 Chapter 4: Results ..............................................................................................................78 Introduction ..................................................................................................................78 Setting 79 Demographics ..............................................................................................................79 ii Data Collection ............................................................................................................81 Interviews .............................................................................................................